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Debby Horton

Professional genealogist specializing in American, Canadian, and British ancestry research with over 30 years of experience

How they can help

  • Remote research
  • In person
Researches in
United States, Canada, United Kingdom
Based in
United States · California
Languages
English · French
Time periods
18th century · 19th century · 20th century · 21st century

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About

Debby Horton is a professional genealogist (PLCGS) with 30+ years of experience helping clients uncover family histories, locate elusive records, and connect generations through documented research. She specializes in American, Canadian, and British ancestors and offers services including genealogical consulting, record retrieval, Canadian citizenship by descent research, and heritage storytelling.

Since launching Connect-Your-Dots in 1999, Debby Horton has assisted clients in navigating the complexities of their heritage and locating elusive records. She holds a Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies (PLCGS) from the International Institute of Genealogical Studies, demonstrating her commitment to research standards, evidence-based analysis, and thorough genealogical documentation. With over 30 years of professional experience, she specializes in research for American, Canadian, and British ancestors. Debby applies proven genealogical methods and analyzes records in their historical setting to turn uncertain information into clear, reliable family connections. Her mission is to help clients transform scattered clues into meaningful and reliable family histories they will be proud to share, whether they are just starting out in genealogy or refining years of research.

Specialties

  • genealogical research
  • family history
  • Canadian citizenship by descent
  • record retrieval
  • probate research
  • heir identification
  • French genealogical transcription
  • census records
  • vital records
  • archival research
  • immigration records
  • evidence-based genealogy

Additional credentials

Professional Learning Certificates in Genealogical Studies (PLCGS) from the International Institute of Genealogical Studies

San Diego, California, United States

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