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Howard W. West Sr. Timeline

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Lorelle VanFossen

I’ve had some challenges researching long lost relatives, but the mysteries and myths in and around my grandfather, Howard W. West Sr., continue to amaze as I dig through his history. The following is what I have at the time … Continue reading →


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Uncovering the Past on Place Names

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Lorelle VanFossen

In another brilliant family history and local history piece, Winquatt of Musings of the History Queen brings us “The mystery of Justin Chenoweth.” In The Dalles, Oregon, Chenoweth’s name (spelled Chenowith by the locals) is plastered all over town. There’s … Continue reading →


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Puget Sound Navy Museum, Bremerton, Washington

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Lorelle VanFossen
Puget Sound Navy Museum, Bremerton, Washington

This is an unconfirmed picture of what I think is the Naval Base at Bremerton, Washington, circa 1926. It was taken by my grandfather, Howard W. West Sr.. He was on the USS Arizona during its stay there for refitting … Continue reading →


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Genealogy, Archives, Libraries, and Museums Resources for States in the US

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Lorelle VanFossen

Top 75 State Genealogy Websites of 2012 by Rich Crume of Family Tree Magazine is an extensive listing of US State Archives, libraries, museums, and other online resources to help you with your family history research. For my own research, … Continue reading →


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Results and Impact of the Everett Herald News Coverage

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Lorelle VanFossen

I’m humbled and overwhelmed with the results and impact of the Everett Herald story of my West and Knapp Families in Snohomish County, Washington. I’ve a long list of people to email and call and I’m slowly going through the … Continue reading →


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West and Knapp Families Featured in the Everett Herald, Snohomish County, Washington

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Lorelle VanFossen

This morning, an article in the Everett Herald in Everett, Snohomish County, Washington, was published about this blog and my research into my family’s history in the Everett and Snohomish County area of Washington state. Titled “Blogger digs into her … Continue reading →


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Everett and Snohomish County, Washington, Research Resources

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Lorelle VanFossen

As I dig into the more recent history of my family, Snohomish County and Everett, Washington, and the surrounding areas played a huge part not just in my life, education, and culture, but also to several branches of my family, … Continue reading →


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DesRochers Annual Family Christmas Party 2009

Posted on January 15, 2010 by Lorelle VanFossen

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History of Portland, Oregon, Helps Genealogists

Posted on November 16, 2006 by Lorelle VanFossen

Genealogy Help (GenHelp) has just released a History of Portland, Oregon as part of their ongoing emphasis on the history of Oregon Genealogy. The new manuscript for History of Portland, Oregon can be found on the Access Genealogy website, and … Continue reading →


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Howard “Bud” West (1937-2006)

Posted on October 19, 2006 by Lorelle VanFossen

My father, Howard W. West, died a few days ago. There will be a memorial service Wednesday, October 25, 2006, from 6-8PM at Solie Funeral Home, 3301 Colby Avenue, Everett, Washington. Howard W. West Jr., was also known as “Bud” … Continue reading →


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