Although I have not met or corresponded with Darlene Small Gilligan, I have found myself drawn to her posts reflecting her in-depth research work published through her blog that I recently discovered.:
Here is a link to Darlene's Author Page.
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Darlene's publicly contributed family history and genealogical research extends beyond her own blog. She also contributed burial information for the Boone-Sears Cemetery in Freeport Township, Harrison County, Ohio on the usgwarchives website. Please take a moment to read her introduction titled.: "Actual Burials at the Sears Farm Site" to learn valuable historical details.
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Sadly, Darlene Small Gilligan passed away April 8, 2021.
On May 5, 2021 the Amsterdam, New York newspaper "The Recorder" published a poignant life story obituary for Darlene.
Here is a link to Darlene Small Gilligan's obituary.
Darlene Small Gilligan indeed led an active life in so many ways, not the least of which is reflected through her tremendous research work.
Thank you Darlene for sharing your in-depth results derived from your discoveries in such a lasting way that has helped countless researchers.
Your "Two Quaker Cemeteries" blog is one to be admired for its factual content, well organized design and presentation, and your personalized messages that appeal to those who visit it and linger awhile like I have. I'm sure others, like myself, feel they have gotten to know you although they haven't met you.
Darlene, your warm heartfelt writings so smoothly intertwine with the historical accounts you share with readers - we are so grateful for both! Thank you!
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