The Ancestors Within

The Ancestors Within

Do siblings have the same DNA? It seems like brothers and sisters should have the same ancestry background. After all, they have the same parents, right? While biological siblings DO have the same family tree — parents, grandparents and so on, their genetic code might be different. Because of how DNA is passed on, it is possible for siblings to have differences in their ancestry at the DNA level.

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The Pipes, the Pipes Are Calling

The Pipes, the Pipes Are Calling

Our deepest sympathies to our Chicago Mattimore cousins on the passing of their dad, Richard. He died peacefully at home last night surrounded by the wonderful memories, laughter and love of his family. Sadly, Uncle Dick was the last of his generation. He now joins all his siblings and Mattimore cousins in the corner of Heaven reserved for our big-hearted, good-natured, spirited and loving Irish Mattimore family.

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The Story of Henry B. Mattimore

The Story of Henry B. Mattimore

He was born to Irish immigrants in Renovo, Pennsylvania. He came to Buffalo as a young man working the trade of a boilermaker. Among his seven siblings, he had a sister who was a nun and a brother who was a professional baseball player. His wife Mary died at 27 from tuberculosis. Through his two children, Harry and Joseph, he left a legacy of generations that carry on. He was our great grandfather Henry B. Mattimore, and here is some of his story….

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