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TRACING A GODMOTHER

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Scott

Scott Report 1 Dec 2006 18:13

From Parish records I've found out that my father's Godmother was Gladys Winifred Stone. When searching through birth records I found a Gladys W. Mynn (my father's surname) born in 1916 (Jan/Feb/Mar QTR). Her mother's maiden name was Smith & she was born in Dartford (where my father was born). I would like to find out how she is related to us and what became of her. Any ideas? Or anyone with access to good resources? Many thanks, Scott

Debi Coone

Debi Coone Report 1 Dec 2006 18:19

Hi Scott I think you will need to purchase the birth cert and ascertain her fathers name...... this may make her relation to your fathers family much clearer??

imp

imp Report 1 Dec 2006 18:20

If you suspect she was your grandfather's sister, could you look in the BMD for your grandfather's birth and see if he was registered with MMN of Smith. Might be a way before you send for the relevant certificates. Regards Gail

Scott

Scott Report 1 Dec 2006 18:25

Sadly she's not my grandfather's sister, as his mother was Mynn and he was registered without a father.

ErikaH

ErikaH Report 1 Dec 2006 22:59

The cert will cost £7.00 if you order it from the GRO.........it really is the only way to find out what you wish to know. Reg