As we close out this final quarter of 2025, I find myself reflecting not only on the remarkable genealogy events we’ve shared this season, but also on the privilege of serving as your President these past four years. This quarter brought us together in meaningful ways, from our work on Federal Glass Employment records, to our staffing support at community history events at the Bexley Public Library, the Ohio History Connection and Smyrna Baptist Church, to the joy of unveiling commemorative materials for our Society’s 55th anniversary. Each gathering reminded me that genealogy is more than research- it is community, memory and legacy.
The end of the year is always a time for gratitude, and I am deeply thankful for the dedication of our members. Your enthusiasm has sustained our projects, enriched our archives, and ensured that Franklin County’s stories continue to be told. Whether you contributed to fundraising, shared a family discovery, joined a lineage society, or simply attended an event, you have helped strengthen the fabric of our Society.
As my term expires, I am humbled by the trust you placed in me. Leading this Society has been one of the great honors in my community service profile. Together, we have weathered challenges, celebrated milestones and expanded the reach of our mission. I leave confident that the future is bright, with a new leadership team ready to carry forward our vision.
Let us continue to honor the past, embrace the present and invest in the future. Our ancestors remind us that endurance and hope are timeless. Here’s to a great 2026! In Service
