| GREER FAMILY GENEALOGY |
I started researching genealogy in the Summer of 2000. I knew that once I started, it would become my
obsession to find out every detail about family members that I had never met and those that still grace life.
It was not a date of birth or death, or a stone with their name that I was looking for, (as I am sure most
researchersdon't view it that way). It was about who they were, how they lived and who they loved.
Not only did I find that my family was very respected by their towns people throughout their lives, but their
lives were blessed during times that no one today could imagine living in. I did not know the power of their
living until I read and heard their stories. One story was written in a letter to my 2nd great-grandfather
William from his brother John in which he describes in detail the days before and the time of his wife’s
passing. The ache in his soul is evident in that letter and it is heart wrenching to read.
I found myself understanding how generations before me lived, loved and lost. Not all have grand stories,
some have heart-wrenching losses, but through all of their lives, they prospered. They never lost faith. They
lived well and loved much.
My research has became a deep spiritual journey and gateway to those that have passed. Without having
been present in my life they have made their mark on me and it will last throughout my lifetime. I can only
keep their memory alive through their stories and their photos.
Every life has a purpose. Every breath is a gift we should cherish. Every person has a story that should be
shared. No matter if a pauper or a president, in some small way, our lives have meaning and will be
remembered.
obsession to find out every detail about family members that I had never met and those that still grace life.
It was not a date of birth or death, or a stone with their name that I was looking for, (as I am sure most
researchersdon't view it that way). It was about who they were, how they lived and who they loved.
Not only did I find that my family was very respected by their towns people throughout their lives, but their
lives were blessed during times that no one today could imagine living in. I did not know the power of their
living until I read and heard their stories. One story was written in a letter to my 2nd great-grandfather
William from his brother John in which he describes in detail the days before and the time of his wife’s
passing. The ache in his soul is evident in that letter and it is heart wrenching to read.
I found myself understanding how generations before me lived, loved and lost. Not all have grand stories,
some have heart-wrenching losses, but through all of their lives, they prospered. They never lost faith. They
lived well and loved much.
My research has became a deep spiritual journey and gateway to those that have passed. Without having
been present in my life they have made their mark on me and it will last throughout my lifetime. I can only
keep their memory alive through their stories and their photos.
Every life has a purpose. Every breath is a gift we should cherish. Every person has a story that should be
shared. No matter if a pauper or a president, in some small way, our lives have meaning and will be
remembered.
| The information contained in this site was gathered from shared and/or researched information, public records, family bibles, facts and stories carried down through family members. All photos are property of Shana Greer unless where noted that they have been used with permission and/or provided by others. Sources have been noted and links provided. Any of this information may contain inaccuracies and should not be used for publication. If you find errors in the information or broken links contained in this site and/or would like to share information with me, please email me. Please request permission to use any of the photos. Thank you |
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