Professional Genealogy Services

Joe Ginorio Viscal - Professional Genealogist
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SERVICE OFFERING

FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH
Researching, documenting, and verifying family history through reports, charts, and narratives.
CASE STUDIES
In-depth analysis of a specific family history question, such as ancestry from the Civil War, immigration, or adoption—was my grandfather my biological grandfather?
CONSULTATION
I can provide expert guidance on practices, methodologies, and resources for independently exploring family histories, verifying ancestry, and addressing specific genealogical inquiries.
DNA GUIDANCE
Unsure about which DNA test to choose, the best company, and how my genetic information will be protected?
Joe Ginorio Viscal
About ME
In 1995, I began volunteering at a Church of Latter-Day Saints Family History Center in Virginia. Over the years, I gained valuable training and experience that led me to studying, taking classes,and practicing genealogy research. I started by exploring my mother's Puerto Rican roots and my wife's Delaware heritage, and it was then I discovered my passion for the detective work of uncovering family stories and tracing our origins. Since then, I've completed projects spanning the United States—Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, Illinois, Texas, New York, North Carolina, Georgia, Arkansas, and Colorado—and internationally, connecting families to their ancestors in Italy, Spain, Sweden, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Mexico, and Santo Domingo. This work is my calling.

Every family has stories worth sharing with the next generation, stories that reveal the circumstances and sacrifices that paved the way for our lives today

The life your ancestors was defined by their culture, religion, technology, and politices of their time.
Travel the path of discovery to a time and place where immigration was likely the only option to a better future.
I've witnessed countless faces light up—first with curiosity and excitement, then with wonder and pride—as they see themselves reflected in their ancestors.

Explore your history

Explore your history

Family History Research
Family History Research: Whether you’re just beginning your genealogy journey or seeking a deeper understanding of your lineage, I apply genealogy standard best practices as well as industry ethical standards. Although most information is publicly available, your privacy is important and it’s you decision on sharing your ancestral tree. Using vital records, census data, and historical documents, I uncover the connections and narratives that define your family’s past. My personalized approach ensures that every branch of your family tree is explored with care and accuracy.What You’ll Receive:• A Complete Family Tree: A beautifully detailed family tree supported by official documentation, offering a clear view of your lineage.• Historical Insights: Fascinating details about family migrations, occupations, and significant events, bringing your ancestors’ stories to life.• Next Steps: Expert recommendations for further exploration, including DNA testing or advanced research options.
Expert Consutation
Consultation – guidance on personal research Family Tree Building Tools From family tree software apps such as Family Tree Maker, My Family Tree, Personal Ancestral File, Venngage, Legacy, etc. that enable users to create, manage, and share their family trees. Also, online platforms like Ancestry and MyHeritage support adding multimedia elements, such as photos, documents, and stories, to enhance the family narrative. Ancestral Record Search Guidance to get you started on doing your own research e.g. sources such as ancestry.com, MyHeritage, familysearch.org, local archives, libraries, etc
Case Studies
Case Study: Genealogy case studies are typically in-depth investigations into a particular family lineage or historical genealogical problem. These case studies usually involve the exploration of records, analysis of data, and overcoming challenges like incomplete or contradictory information - Case studies involve a more in-depth analysis of a particular family or individual. Researchers delve deeply into specific records and sources related to the chosen case, providing a detailed narrative of their findings. - May involve finding a mystery ancestor, breaking through a "brick wall" or discovering a biological parent / ancestor. - The objectives are generally more specific, such as resolving a particular genealogical mystery, tracing the origins of an individual, or documenting the life of a notable ancestor. - The fining are the result of reasonably exhaustive research fully documented and reported and whether it's using DNA testing, historical documents, or local archives, the approach taken in each case depends on the specific problem at hand.
DNA Guidance
DNA Testing Guidance DNA Tests: What DNA test should I take? There are three primary tests - Autosomal (DNA summary from all your ancestors), Y-DNA - a paternal DNA test that traces the Male line only - to it's point of origin, and MtDNA - Mitochondrial DNA - traces female ancestors only to their point of origin.
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5786 BOX ELDER CT FREDERICK MD 21703-7139 US