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Subject: [MDCHARLE-L] Genealogical Codicil for a Will
Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2004 22:18:43 EST

Why see your life's work and interest go to the dump. The editor of the
publication listed below was asked what one might do if there is no family
interested in research we might leave behind.

Seen in "The Certified Copy," Vol. 30, No. 3, Fall 2001, pg. 76, published by
Cleveland Gen. Society, Cleveland OH:

A Genealogical Codicil to My Last Will and Testament

To my spouse, children, or guardian.
Upon my demise it is requested that you DO NOT dispose of any or all of my
Genealogical records, books, files, notebooks or computer programs for a period
of two years.
During this time period, please attempt to identify one or more persons who
would be willing to take custody of the said materials and the responsibility
of maintaining and continuing the family histories.
In the event you do not find anyone to accept these materials, please contact
the various genealogical organizations that I have been a member of and
determine if they will accept some parts or all of my genealogical materials. [List
of organizations and addresses at bottom.]
Please remember that my genealogical endeavors consumed a great deal of time,
travel, and money. Therefore please do not ignore my requests.

Signature Date
Witness Date
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