September 19, 2026

ByJudith Kramer

DNA Points the Way, But Records Build the Tree: Understanding What Genetic Genealogy Can and Can’t Prove presented by Mary Jamba.

Mary Jamba is an expert genetic genealogist based in Ohio. She has over 30 years of research experience and specializes in helping individuals locate unknown parents and grandparents through DNA consultations. She frequently lectures at national and regional genealogical societies on a variety of subjects.

Mary’s website: Climbing the Family Tree “Mary’s Misadventures”

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