52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks 2017 – Tales of a Family

Now, That’s a Strange Name

Published on January 15, 2019January 21, 2019 by Ann Marie Bryant12 Comments

This strange ancestor lived to be 88 years old, and he fathered 17 children. At the time of his death, he had over 280 grandchildren, well when including grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren! What a legacy!

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Marie Rollet: Pioneer of Quebec

Published on January 13, 2019February 3, 2022 by Ann Marie Bryant10 Comments

Upon her arrival, Marie toiled alongside her husband and helped care for the sick and tend to their farm. She was also interested in the indigenous people of the area and worked to improve the relationship between the native people and the settlers.

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Louis Gaston Hébert: Early Settler of Quebec

Published on January 6, 2019February 3, 2022 by Ann Marie Bryant24 Comments

The determined man’s hard work and dedication became evident in the colony. His medical services, his farming accomplishments, and his relationship with the indigenous people of the area helped the settlement thrive and flourish.

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