TFH Introduction
Marc D. Thompson, professional genealogist
genealogist22@aol.com
	
	Genealogy was created in order for people to know the history of their lineage; to discover their origins; 
to prove bloodlines and royalty. Responding to our deep desire to understand and discover our past, this volume 
was compiled. It shall stand as part of the legacy of our ancestry. Our mission is to document and record all 
that is available for our direct line and reap the enjoyment that this discovery brings. 
	The first goal of the TFH was to amass photographs of as many ancestors as possible. As a face can tell 
a thousand tales, so much can be learned from them. The second goal of the TFH was to document the medical 
background of our ancestors, so our children can lead a healthier life. The third goal of the TFH is to amass 
documentation of our ancestors in order to extend the lineage and to lead to information about the personality 
(biography) of our forefathers. Our ancestors are not a mere name. They have tales to tell, journeys to 
documents. They have accomplishments and setbacks. Their have remembrances. They have goals, glories, and 
personalities.
	The Irish Kings would orally pass down their regal history. They would recite a list of names, their 
kin, noting outstanding events associated with the forbearers. The ancient Scottish bards similarly memorized 
their royal family, reciting the pedigrees of the Old Scot's Kings, regardless of the complexity. 
	Genealogy is a duty. The day we bear children, we took the responsibility of passing along our history. 
We are responsible for the knowledge of their grandparents and all the wisdom that comes with this knowledge. 
Our duty, then, includes our children's heritage, the names and faces of their forefathers and mothers. The 
medical history and genetic backgrounds of their blood lines; the Princes and the paupers; the photographs and 
historical areas and properties; the tragedies and joys. This TFH is our heritage and with this information we 
can be proud of ourselves, our past and aim toward a bright future and better lives. If our duty is neglected, 
as each generation passes, so will our family history.
	Most genealogies tend to trace a descendancy or the paternal line (single ascendancy). Our purpose was 
to trace all ancestors with equal perseverance. This is a monumental, if not impossible, task. We have compiled 
a pedigree, beginning with our children and using an ahnentafel format. Our children are generation 1, their 
parents are generation 2, their grandparents are generation 3, etc. There is a family group sheet for each pair 
of parents along the pedigree. The emphasis at present is on generations 1 through 10, although we have researched 
as far back as generation 20. Additional collateral ancestors have begun to be added as of 2005. In most cases, 
the Anglicized first an middle name were used throughout the TFH. For example, Johann Heinrich is John Henry 
and Orsala Francesca is Ursula Frances. The most commonly found surname was used, wether Anglicized or not. 
The majority of the collateral information was derived from the US census records. To preserve privacy, all 
information on living persons has been removed or privatized.
	 As genealogists will agree, no family history is 100% accurate. We have made errors as others have 
before us. As this century moves along, more and more information becomes digitally or electronically disposable. 
If we do not save this information, it may be lost forever. The TFH is a guide for future generations who may 
use this information for their own goals, whatever they may be. We have given our children a foundation. Take 
it, improve it, embrace it. The continued excellence of this genealogy will be improved by the following plan. 
A.	Correct errors and complete Source Citation method.
B.	Collect photographs and medical history of ancestors.
D.	Document more personal information of ancestors leading to a more biographical history of family.
E.	Expound on current family group sheets and extend parentage.
F.   Begin a written biographical volume of the TFH, Volume XI.
	I have a desire and I have a bond. I have a desire to know from whence we came. I want to know our history, 
our origins. I want to know what our ancestors did, how they persevered and how the spark of life made it way 
from Geoffrey Livesay born 1410 in England to Sophia Thompson born 2004 in Florida. I feel a bond. I have a 
strong connection to the late 19th century. If I were given the opportunity to live in any era, I most certainly 
would pick the 1860-1880's. The time was simple and the people were honest. People worked hard and took pride 
in their family, their home and their reputation. When I look into the eyes of our ancestors from this time 
period, I feel a link. I would have fit nicely in their time. Read and enjoy.