I think you did just fine! My Decker's are from Knox Co In. And So Ill. Originating in Ohio and ??????? I have alot of information on various deckers, and I will look to see if i have anything before Michigan, I know I dont have anything there. Do you know where they came from before there? I have only been doing this for 2 yrs and have my ggggrandfaher's civil war papers and all kinds of things. Just browse the web and talk to people and you'll have alot of material before you know it. The 1st 3-4 generations are the easiest, and alot of nice people out there willing to help. I'll let you know what I find. Karen weir in Illinois. PS :Where are you in Mich.? My husband is from Detroit area.