"Family means nobody gets left behind, or forgotten". This is my effort to collect and share stories from our family that will help us appreciate the service and sacrifice of our ancestors - and thereby increase our testimony and determination to stay faithful.
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Great-great Grandfather Thomas Alma Hillyard
Last week I shared some information on my Great-Great-Great Grandfather, Thomas Hillyard. Today, I'd like to share a few stories from his son, my Great-Great Grandfather, Thomas Alma Hillyard, know as Alma. The story of a man of principle and honor.
Sunday, June 19, 2016
Thomas Hillyard - my Great-great-great Grandfather
Just a bit about my maternal great-great-great grandfather that you might find of interest. A Master Carpenter, he learned skills at an early age that served him well throughout his life. A man of respect and honor, he lived a life that demonstrated to those around him that he could be trusted.
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Part 2 - Great-great Grandpa Burbank
Wanted to continue a bit from last week's story of Great-great grandfather Burbank. In addition to being a sergeant in the Nauvoo Legion, he worked as a obstetrician and also as a carpenter on the Nauvoo Temple.......I think you'll enjoy the story of his rolling a cigarette!
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Great-Great Grandfather Daniel Burbank meets the Prophet Joseph
Here's the story of my Great-Great Grandfather and how he came to meet the Prophet Joseph Smith and accept the gospel.
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